Mommi, Clapham

Nikkei cuisine – a blend of Peruvian and Japanese – comes to Clapham

The buzz Mommi brings Nikkei cuisine – a potent blend of Peruvian and Japanese cooking – to Clapham, with a menu featuring raw plates like ceviche, chirashi sushi, and also hot dishes from the robata grill. The wine list is predominantly South America, with a selection of Japanese craft beers. It’s the sixth venue from Mint Group (who run the likes of Koko in Camden, and Elk bar in Fulham).

The lowdown Inside it’s a slick production with a large central bar and high chairs, while on the main floor black leather booths are inviting and offer privacy from the spacious room. The vibe is glamorous and buzzing – you feel like you are in Miami, Venice Beach, New York or Ibiza, certainly miles away from Clapham High Street, and there’s even a large street terrace for summer fun. Melbourne-based street artist R-O-N-E has created a stunning mural on a feature wall inside the restaurant, while photographs hanging around the venue come from Ben Watts, brother of actress Naomi.

Menu highlights The menu is bursting with small plates of naturally nutritious dishes, made with the freshest ingredients, and most of which are gluten and dairy-free. Start with some Cassava Fries and coriander dip, or Steamed Edamame with sea salt while you peruse the list. The Chirashi sushi is top-class – we loved the Sea bass, soy, avocado, ikura, kizami nori, and the Salmon, avocado, red onion, ikura mixes.

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Sea bass, salmon, and sweet potato ceviche was perfectly balanced and very light, while the Scallop, cucumber, 4 citrus, and mint ceviche was particularly refreshing. Onto more substantial main dishes, the Beef fillet, daikon, and lemon tataki was fantastic, and from the grill we enjoyed the Chicken teriyaki, grilled spring onions, lemon zest, and quinoa lime picante, Aubergine & cassava bravas, with smoked anticucho salsa, and the Caramelised giant peruvian corn with sea salt, yuzu and coriander.

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Perfect for… Dinner with fusion-loving friends. But it’s also good to note that Mommi is a day-to-night venue, where you can head to for brunch and stick around until the early hours to drink cocktails and hit the dancefloor.
Contact Mommi, 44 Clapham High St, London SW4 7UR; 020 3814 1818

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